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Soft ball was recalled on 14 December 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1848/12. Chemical risk reported by Greece. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 15.

Photo of recalled product: Soft ball
Alert NumberA12/1848/12
BrandAOJIE SPORTS TOYS
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Numberbr/>Product: Soft ballBrand: Aojie Sports ToysName: UnknownType/ Item No.: 1-8112-AJ313-4
Published14 December 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 15.1% by mass bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.

Product Description

Multi-coloured (white, blue, green, red, yellow and orange), soft plastic ball (approx. diameter 10cm). The product is sold in a white plastic net bearing a label with the brand name, the CE mark, the pictogram indicating that it is unsuitable for use by children under the age of three years and the

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Soft ball.

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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